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James M.

Private tutor in Waunakee, WI

Education

I have 2 Masters degrees - one in Spanish Ed. and one in Curriculum and Instruction. I also have an Associate degree in Computer Programming. 8/2014 - 8/2016 Viterbo University - La Crosse, WI Principalship (51) Certification 5/04 – 8/09 University of Wisconsin – Whitewater, Whitewater, WI • Masters of Science – Curriculum and Instruction • Focus on Technology in the Classroom • Certification in WIAA coaching • Certification in Student Teacher Supervision • Graduated Summa cum Laude - GPA: 3.97 12/97 – 7/01 State University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA • Masters of Education - Spanish • Graduated Summa cum Laude - GPA: 4.0 9/94 - 5/97 State University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA • Bachelor of Arts in Spanish - Education (P-12) • Graduated Magna cum Laude - GPA: 3.90 9/89 - 5/91 Madison Area Technical College, Madison, WI • Associate Degree, Data Processing – Computer Programming • Graduated with Honors - GPA: 3.70

Experience

I have over 20 years High School classroom teaching experience, including AP Spanish Language and Spanish 202 (UW-GB). I have also corrected AP exams on several occasions, and also have corrected Praxis II exams. 8/2015 - present Madison West High School, Madison, WI - Spanish teacher (9-12) including Spanish 1, 2, 4, and native speakers 8/2008-6/2015 Beaver Dam High School, Beaver Dam, WI • Spanish Teacher (9-12), including AP Spanish Language • Head of World Languages Department • Mentor for new teachers to the district • Student Teacher Supervisor for 3 student teachers • Member - Building Leadership Team • Organizer and leader of trips to Spain (2010, 20135, 201) and Chicago (2012, 2013) 9/2013 - present ETS Praxis II certified rater • Certified to grade Praxis II speaking and writing tests for prospective Spanish Teachers 6/2012 - present ETS AP Institute, Cincinnati, OH • AP Reader responsible for grading the speaking portion of the Spanish AP Language exam • Graded AP Spanish Language exams 8/03-8/08 Watertown High School, Watertown, WI • Organized and led trips to Chicago (2005-2008) 8/01 – 6/03 Ladysmith High School, Ladysmith, WI • Spanish Teacher (9-12) • Organized and led trips to Chicago (2002, 2003) 8/99 – 6/01 Haralson County High School, Tallapoosa, GA • Spanish Teacher (10-12) • Organized and led trip to Mexico (1999) 8/97 - 8/99 East Coweta High School, Sharpsburg, GA • Spanish Teacher (9-12) • Sallie Mae First Year Teacher Award (Coweta County) 1997-98

Subject Expertise

AP Spanish LanguageAP Spanish Literature and CultureSpanishSpanish 1Spanish 2Spanish 3Spanish 4Study Skills

Availability

Any day at any time

Can Meet

Up to 30 minutes away for a flat fee, Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge

Hobbies

I have many hobbies and interests, which include running, bicycling, chess, home repair/renovations, travel, and anything my 3 kids are involved in. Whether you seek practice with speaking and listening or increased skills reading, writing, or understanding Spanish grammar, I am ready to assist you!

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